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Govt Targets 2.2 Million Electric Vehicles on Roads by 2030 to Curb Smog, Cut Fuel Imports

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ISLAMABAD: The government plans to have 2.2 million Electric Vehicles (EVs) operating on Pakistan’s roads by 2030 as part of a broader strategy to combat climate change, reduce smog—particularly in Punjab—and cut the annual petroleum import bill by at least \$1 billion. This was revealed by Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, during a meeting with representatives of the Car Dealers Importers Association on Tuesday. Khan said the upcoming Auto Policy 2026 would facilitate the import of used and electric vehicles, aiming…

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National Assembly Approves Rs715.45 Billion Energy Sector Budget Amid Heated Debate

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ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly on Tuesday approved a total allocation of Rs715.45 billion for the energy sector for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, with the Power Division receiving the bulk—Rs636.9 billion—for operational expenditures. Development allocations include Rs2.39 billion for the Power Division and Rs72.1 billion in external development loans for power projects. The Petroleum Division will receive Rs2.17 billion, and the Geological Survey of Pakistan Rs1.15 billion. Additionally, Rs718.6 million was earmarked for capital outlay in the petroleum sector. Concluding the debate, Federal Minister for Power Awais Leghari…

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PM Shehbaz, Chinese Envoy Reaffirm Commitment to CPEC and Regional Cooperation

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), calling it the cornerstone of the enduring strategic partnership between Islamabad and Beijing. During a meeting with Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong, the premier emphasized the timely execution of key infrastructure projects, including the Main Line-1 (ML-1) railway upgrade, the Karakoram Highway expansion, and the further development of Gwadar Port. According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, discussions also covered enhanced bilateral cooperation in agriculture, industry, and information technology. Prime Minister Sharif…

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‘Dasu Hydropower Project to start generation in 2027’

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Chairman WAPDA Reviews Construction Progress on Key Sites June 24, 2025: Chairman WAPDA Naveed Asghar Chaudhry visited Dasu Hydropower Project today to review construction work on key sites, including the main dam, powerhouse, transformer cavern and the relocated section of the Karakoram Highway (KKH-1). The GM/PD Dasu Hydropower Project and representatives of the Consultants and the Contractors were also present on the occasion. The Chairman also presided over a progress review meeting at the project office. The project management team briefed him about the targets and the achievements on the…

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SECMC Becomes First Mining Company Globally to Achieve AWS Gold Certification for Water Stewardship

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SECMC, Pakistan’s pioneering coal mining company, has set a global benchmark by becoming the first mining company in the world to receive the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) Gold Certification for its complete mining operations, reflecting its leadership in sustainable water management. Established in 2009, the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) is a global, multi-stakeholder platform founded by the UN, NGOs and research institutes to promote responsible water use and sustainable freshwater management. Over 330 sites in more than 30 countries have achieved AWS certification across diverse sectors such as…

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